Easy recipes for classic non-alcoholic cocktails

There’s a trend sweeping bars and barbies nationwide, with many Aussies saying a hard no to the hard stuff. It seems more people than ever are cutting down on alcohol and choosing non-alcoholic bevvies instead. Keen to jump on the bandwagon? There’s a wide range of small kitchen appliances that make creating these beverages super easy. Between supersized blenders for whizzing mocktails for a crowd and next-gen fridge-freezers that deliver an avalanche of ice on cue, it’s never been easier to whip up virgin versions of the classics. Here’s how!

Why A Supersized Blender Is Your New Bestie

Party at your place? Big-jug blenders are designed to whizz up many mocktails at once. “If you have a large household or love to entertain, look for a blender with a family-sized jug and the power to crush large volumes of ice – blenders in the 1200W to 1500W range will do nicely, and you’ll be whipping up frozen margaritas in no time,” says Tracey Ellis, The Good Guys Buyer – Portable Appliances.

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Sunbeam Ice Breaker Blender

Breville The Super Q Blender

Why A Fridge With An Ice Maker Is A Must-Have

To serve mocktails on the rocks, you’ll need instant ice – and a host of fabulous fridges offer just that. With many models available that don’t need plumbing to deliver the goods, you also get the benefit of cold water on tap. Some appliances have dedicated ice drawers that can be freed up as extra storage when required – ideal for flexible entertaining! Alternatively, a compact benchtop ice maker can dish out up to 10kg of ice every 24 hours. A marathon mocktail session!

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LG 635L Side By Side Refrigerator

Fisher & Paykel 487L French Door Refrigerator

Heller Electronic Ice Maker – Silver

Why Your At-Home Mocktail Station Needs A SodaStream

If you’re looking to inject some fizz into your summer mocktail menu, a SodaStream might just be your summer MVP. Instant carbonated water is perfect for refreshing summer spritzes, and the ideal partner to the plethora of non-alcoholic spirits (hello artisan, non-alcoholic gin) currently having a moment in glasses across the nation.

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Sodastream Art White Sparkling Water Maker

Sodastream Classics Tonic Mix 440ml

Sodastream 60 Litre Gas Cylinder

Easy Mocktails To Make At Home

Feeling thirsty? Here are two easy mocktail recipes for summer drinks without the moonshine.

Pina Colada Mocktail

This totally tropical tipple has been given a blender-friendly mocktail makeover by Vitamix! For smooth and rapid refreshment, blitz it in a high-performance Vitamix appliance that crushes ice with ease.

Ingredients

1 cup organic coconut cream

2 cups pineapple (with core)

Seeds of 1 passionfruit

1 lime (peeled)

3-4 cups ice

Method

1. Add all the ingredients to the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.

2. Select speed 1, turn on the machine and quickly increase to the highest speed.

3. Use tamper to effectively press the ingredients into the blades if required whilst processing.

4. Blend for 60-90 seconds, or until desired consistency is reached.

5. Stop the machine and serve.

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VITAMIX Ascent Series A2300i High-Performance Blender

VITAMIX Explorian Series E310 High-Performance Blender - Black

VITAMIX Ascent Series A2500i High-Performance Blender

Virgin Bloody Mary

If you want to give your daily fruit and veggie intake a boost, make a holier-than-thou virgin Bloody Mary – one of the healthiest mocktail recipes around. Save time and cut corners by using a fridge with a handy ice maker that serves instant, uniform cubes.

Ingredients

150ml tomato juice

15ml lemon juice

10ml Worcestershire sauce

Freshly ground black pepper

2 dashes Tabasco sauce

1 stalk celery, to garnish

Ice cubes, to serve

Method

1. Pour the tomato juice and lemon juice into a tall glass filled with ice cubes. Stir to mix well.

2. Add the Worcestershire sauce, pepper and Tabasco sauce.

3. Garnish with celery stalk.

Make the most of mocktail hour with The Good Guys! To serve mocktails that wow family and friends this summer, head online or in-store for the best Vitamix, SodaStream, blender or fridge for the job!